Edmonton Folk Music Festival Edmonton Tickets - Gallagher Park

Irish Mythen

1 concert

Born in Ireland and based in PEI, Canada, Irish Mythen is known for powerful live shows and albums like "Little Bones." Honored at JUNO and Canadian Folk Music Awards, she's shared stages with Melissa Etheridge and performed at major venues like the Sydney Opera House.

Margo Price

20 concerts

Margo Price, US singer-songwriter, excels in rock with hits addressing social issues. Known for tackling industry double standards and farmers' rights, she joined Farm Aid’s board in 2021.

Old Crow Medicine Show

29 concerts

Old Crow Medicine Show, started by busking, gained fame after Doc Watson discovered them. Known for “Wagon Wheel”, they won 2 Grammys and are Grand Ole Opry members.

The Teskey Brothers

26 concerts

Australian brothers Sam and Josh Teskey blend soulful blues, folk, and rock. Known for hits from albums like "Run Home Slow" (Grammy-nominated) and chart-topping "The Winding Way," which won a Best Blues & Roots ARIA award.

Fleet Foxes

3 concerts

Seattle's Fleet Foxes, known for their lush, harmony-rich indie folk-rock, emerged in the late 2000s. Their albums, including the Grammy-nominated "Helplessness Blues," blend Baroque pop, classic rock, and British folk. Produced by Phil Ek and signed with Sub Pop, their 2017 "Crack-Up" and 2020 "Shore" further elevated their status. Formed by Robin Pecknold and Skyler Skjelset in 2006.

Fruit Bats

10 concerts

Indie folk-rock band Fruit Bats, formed in Chicago by Eric D. Johnson, blends warm vocals with melodies akin to Lennon-McCartney. Known for hits like "Absolute Loser" and signed to Merge, their style mixes pop and rock, earning top Billboard spots and collaborating extensively, notably on their 20th-anniversary album "The Pet Parade".

DakhaBrakha

25 concerts

DakhaBrakha, a world-music quartet from Kyiv, Ukraine, blends Ukrainian folk with global rhythms. Known for their theatrical shows and powerful vocals, they promote Ukrainian culture worldwide.

Julian Taylor

3 concerts

Toronto-born Julian Taylor is a singer-songwriter known for his unique blend of folk and rock. His acclaimed album "The Ridge" earned multiple award nominations including two Juno Awards. Taylor has captivated audiences globally, with standout tracks echoing themes of resilience and identity.

Darlingside

2 concerts

Darlingside, known for baroque folk-pop, shines in "Fish Pond Fish." Renowned for harmonies & live performances, they delve into nature & self in songs like "Ocean Bed," collaborating with producer Peter Katis.

Dervish

1 concert

Born in Sligo, Ireland, Dervish is renowned for fiery live shows and masterful arrangements. Known for 'The Great Irish Songbook,' they've collaborated with Vince Gill and Rhiannon Giddens, and won a BBC Radio 2 Lifetime Achievement Award.

Mariel Buckley

5 concerts

Mariel Buckley, alt-folk artist, renowned for heartfelt songwriting, debuted with miles-toured experience. Known for "Everywhere I Used To Be", collaborates with producer Marcus Paquin.

Tatiana Hargreaves

2 concerts

Tatiana Hargreaves, an acclaimed old time and bluegrass musician, won first at Clifftop Contest and featured on Laurie Lewis' GRAMMY-nominated album. She collaborates with legends like Gillian Welch and tours with Allison de Groot. Teaches at UNC.

Crystal Shawanda

1 concert

Indigenous blues artist Crystal Shawanda from Wikwemikong reserve, Ontario, mixes traditional and contemporary styles. Known for albums like "Church House Blues," she initially signed as a country musician to RCA, switched to blues, and founded her own label. Performed at the 2013 Obama inauguration and serves on Nike's board.

The Paper Kites

13 concerts

Australian band The Paper Kites, known for their soul-stirring indie rock, have six LPs including 'At The Roadhouse.' ARIA-nominated, they've toured extensively in North America and Europe.

QUITAPENAS

1 concert

QUITAPENAS, a tropical Afro-Latin band from California, blends 60s-80s styles with sounds from Angola, Peru, Colombia, Brazil. Known for their infectious rhythm and feel-good mission to remove worries through dance.

Danny Michel

1 concert

Born in Canada, Danny blends rock, pop, folk, world, and classical music. Known for the albums "Black Birds Are Dancing Over Me" and "Matadora," his diverse style won him 3 JUNO nominations, the Polaris Prize, and CFMA's awards. Collaborated with the Garifuna Collective and recorded "Khlebnikov" in the Arctic with Chris Hadfield.

Half Moon Run

2 concerts

Half Moon Run, formed via Craigslist in Montreal's Mile End in 2009, features multi-instrumentalists Devon, Conner, and Dylan. The band released their platinum debut, "Dark Eyes" in 2012, and has won two Juno Awards with their inventive musical style.

The Tallest Man On Earth

2 concerts

Born in Sweden, Kristian Matsson, aka The Tallest Man On Earth, is known for his dynamic folk performances and captivating troubadour ballads. Acclaimed for lively stage presence, he returned to Sweden in 2020, finding renewed inspiration in touring and songwriting.

Tim Baker

1 concert

Tim Baker's EP, Along The Mountain Road, complements his album The Festival with themes of returning to Newfoundland roots and exploring pandemic impacts through a musical journey of varied emotions.

Feist

4 concerts

Feist, born in Amherst, Nova Scotia, genres blend indie rock, jazz-pop, and folk. Known for hits like "Mushaboom" and "1234." Won multiple Juno Awards, collaborated with Broken Social Scene, Peaches, and on projects like "Sesame Street."

Bella White

6 concerts

Calgary-born Bella White blends fresh country/folk with deep bluegrass roots. Known for her debut album "Just Like Leaving," she embraces musical freedom, transcending traditional styles as a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.

Gregory Alan Isakov

35 concerts

Born in Johannesburg and based in Colorado, Gregory Alan Isakov is a celebrated indie-folk artist known for his hits and a Grammy-nominated album. He has also performed with US symphony orchestras.

Sona Jobarteh

3 concerts

Born in Gambia to a Griot family, Sona Jobarteh is the first female virtuoso Kora player. She blends traditional music with modern styles, gaining global recognition and advocating for social and educational reforms in Africa.

Greensky Bluegrass

16 concerts

Michigan’s Greensky Bluegrass blends rock energy with traditional string music, topping charts with albums like "If Sorrows Swim." Winners at Telluride 2006, they've collaborated with acts like the Avett Brothers and hit major festivals. Known for relentless touring and eclectic sounds.

Sue Foley

5 concerts

Sue Foley, infused with Texas blues & influenced by Austin, champions her beloved pink paisley Fender "Pinky" across classics & originals like "Dallas Man" on "Pinky's Blues."

The Secret Sisters

32 concerts

Alabama-born The Secret Sisters blend country-folk in their harmonious songs addressing life, love, and womanhood's challenges. Known for deep lyrics and captivating style, they inspire with insightful themes.

Nick Shoulders

10 concerts

Nick Shoulders blends punk's defiance with gritty country music, rooted in his family's vocal traditions. Known for his authentic, joyful style, he often collaborates with influences like Hazel Dickens.

Valerie June

4 concerts

Valerie June, born in Tennessee, blends folk, soul, blues, and Appalachian music. Known for albums like "Pushin' Against a Stone" and Grammy-nominated "The Moon and Stars." Collaborated with Carla Thomas and lauded by Bob Dylan.